***Multi-scale and Multi-physics Simulation of Fracture and Fatigue***presents a comprehensive exploration of theoretical and computational methods used in the analysis of fracture and fatigue in materials, effectively bridging length and time scales. It explores both fundamental concepts of fracture mechanics and cutting-edge multi-scale computational modeling.By focusing on methods to predict material properties, including fracture toughness, based on nanoscale interactions up to...

What drives policy choices in the world’s largest democracy, and how do analysts shape decisions that affect more than a billion people?Bringing together leading scholars and seasoned practitioners, Policy Analysis in India maps the evolution of policy analysis since the country became independent and reveals how analysis is conducted across ministries, sectors and levels of government. Through rich empirical cases – from education, policing and international organisations to fisca...

Why do people behave the way they do?Why do thoughts, emotions, and actions often feel connected, yet difficult to fully understand?And why does behaviour sometimes seem predictable, even when we believe we are choosing freely?---Human behaviour is not random.It is shaped by a continuous interaction between thought, emotion, and action.Understanding this connection is the first step toward seeing behaviour clearly.---In Unders...

Love is not complicated, people are! Pyaar, Mohabbat, Ishq, Junoon—Love has its own synonyms. The four-letter word, easy to spell and easier to say, is far more complicated when the brain and heart play their parts in a relationship. Aditya, a nerd, falls head over heels in love with Rutuja, who happens to be the eye candy of the college. Rutuja loves books and wants Aditya to pen down a story. Will Aditya, a non-reader, manage to write a novel? Just when their relationship goes on a rolle...

The story is about Kshitij, a reincarnated warrior who is reborn into a world filled with suffering and pain. He is destined to face many challenges and obstacles, but also has the power to change his own destiny. As Kshitij grows up, he discovers his true potential and the power to heal others. However, he also attracts the attention of dark forces, led by a powerful sorcerer named Mahakal, who seeks to destroy Kshitij and claim his powers.(To be continued...)

"Her" is a poignant collection of poems that explores quiet, unspoken love—a poet's love for that someone who keeps on getting out of reach. Through evocative images and poignant reflections, the poet traverses the bittersweet beauty of love that never gets reciprocated—the abiding lingering of emotions between words, affection that never really finds its way back. The poems are a tender expression of longing, devotion, and the silent ache of love that never was quite fulfilled.In ...

The Bullet and the Ballot Box offers a rich and sweeping account of a decade of revolutionary upheaval. When Nepal's Maoists launched their armed rebellion in the nineties, they had limited public support and many argued that their ideology was obsolete. Twelve years later they were in power, and their ambitious plan of social transformation dominated the national agenda. How did this become possible? Adhikari's narrative draws on a broad range of sources - including novels, lette...

Business Analytics in Hospitality and Tourism provides practical introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics, probability, and data analysis applications. Structured into systematic chapters, the text covers statistical concepts essential for hospitality and tourism research and decision-making. Through practical examples and exercises, the material demonstrates how analytics inform operational improvements, marketing strategies, and strategic planning. Each chapter progresses f...

Low mathematics scores are a good predictor of high school dropout rates. Even when students do graduate, only 1 out of 4 are proficient at high-school level mathematics. In college, 69% of STEM majors switch to fields with fewer mathematics requirements. Math anxiety is real, and it prevents many adults from pursuing careers in math-related fields. America has a real problem with math illiteracy. That problem largely results from the way we teach our children math in school. All too often...

Life, in its intricate tapestry of moments, weaves a story that is both uniquely personal and universally shared. It's in the quiet hum of a morning commute, the shared laughter over a meal, the fleeting connection with a stranger, that the true essence of our existence unfolds. This book, The Sangam's Embrace and beyond, is a collection of these everyday stories, glimpses into the lives of ordinary people navigating the extraordinary landscape of dailylife.These narratives...

"Embark on a profound journey of self-discovery as 'The Path Within' guides you through ancient wisdom and transformative practices to unlock your inner potential. This book offers a practical roadmap to cultivate mindfulness, deepen your connection to the present moment, and awaken to a life of profound peace and purpose."

Dion Mahesa Birawa is a useless son-in-law in the Wolf family. Every day, he only receives insults from everyone in his family, especially his wife Jasmine, who ruthlessly betrays him behind her back. Divorce is imminent. But none of them knew the man that they always considered worthless was a crown prince, the only heir to a large global company. There is nothing impossible for him.